20+ Festivals & Events to Kick Off Summer Up North
As summer returns, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the sunshine. Here are some of the best things to do this …
Northern Michigan attractions including M-119 Tunnel of Trees, Sleeping Bear Dune Climb, Leland’s Fishtown, Ludington State Park, the Cherry Bowl Drive-In and many more! These are the best things to see and do in Northern Michigan!
Red Hot Best Winners 2025: The Best of Northern Michigan
From favorite breakfast spots and gift shops to standout lodging destinations, real estate agents and breweries, you, our Up North–loving readers, weighed in on the best of …
4 Ways to Enjoy Lilac Season Up North
It’s my favorite time of year—when the spring breeze picks up the heady, ambrosial perfume of our fleeting lilacs. We open all the windows in our house and let our fluffy backyard …
Escape to Beaver Island: The Perfect Day Trip for Relaxation and Discovery
PAID CONTENT Start with a beautiful boat ride, then take a guided drive on the northern coast of Beaver Island.Your island oasis is just a day trip away. It’s easy to be intrigued …
Ludington State Park Summer Guide: What’s New and Not to Miss
An iconic Northern Michigan park is making its full return. With 5,300 acres of wild beauty nestled between Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake, Ludington State Park has captured the …
Make Shanty Creek Your Basecamp for a Torch Lake Summer Getaway
A surprising way to stay, play, hike, golf and more near one of the most glorious lakes in the world. PAID CONTENT Summer living is beyond easy on Torch Lake. The magnetic pull of …
Korner Gem Turns Michigan Beach Stones Into Wearable Art
PAID CONTENT Turning Lake Michigan’s beach bounty into keepsakes. Here, beach finds are a sure thing. These geological gifts have been shaped over millennia by water, wind …
10 Northern Michigan Beaches You Should Visit This Summer
Turquoise waters. Dunes and docks. Lake views for miles. These are the sandy stretches Northern Michigan is famous for. Call us beach biased. We think Northern Michigan is home to …
10 Essential Hikes for Your Summer Bucket List
Summer is coming and nature is calling, loudly. What better way to answer than to walk right into the season. Here are 10 of our favorite trails across the North. Wilderness State …
6 Unforgettable Summer Adventures in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
PAID CONTENT Affordable travel, off-the-beaten-path adventure and a warm Northern welcome await you this summer in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada. Come summertime, our friends in Canada …
St. Ignace Travel Guide: Top Things to Do, Eat & Explore This Summer
PAID CONTENT Your “it’s all new” guide to the 2025 tourist season. Longtime visitors to St. Ignace have some well-established expectations of this historic city: peaceful …
This Lakeside Village is a Hidden Gem Along the Tunnel of Trees
Sure, we’ve all driven the Tunnel of Trees—but few stop and stay a while in Cross Village. Here’s what happened when we did. It’s been more than a decade since I last visited Cross …
Crossing the Mackinac Bridge? Stop at This State Park First
Before you cross over to the Upper Peninsula, we recommend this scenic pit stop—just a stone’s throw from the Mighty Mac. If you’ve crossed the Mackinac Bridge, odds are you’ve …
Meet Benny: The Giant Troll Living in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
A young couple had a vision for a bit of magic at their campground on the Manistique River. But it would take a tiny miracle and a surprising community of new friends to bring …
5 Breathtaking Moments Along Northern Michigan’s Shoreline
These scenic Instagram photos, captured by local photographers, showcase the unmatched beauty of Northern Michigan’s freshwater shores—whether dusted in flurries or glowing in …
A Gorgeous Spring Wildflower Hike at Pictured Rocks
We go in search of vibrant blooms at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our …
Photos of the Month: 8 Captivating Winter Moments You Can’t Miss
Frozen vistas, tranquil shores, and everything in between—these photos shared with us on Instagram showcase Northern Michigan winter at its finest. Want to be featured? Tag us or …
Frozen Fun: Ice Festivals, Valentine’s Day & More February Events
Snow, ice and all things cozy—February in Northern Michigan offers 25 local events that will fill your days with winter magic. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our …
How We Winter: 9 Snowy, Cozy Adventures on the Leelanau Peninsula
Sled the dunes, snowshoe to a winery, take a spin on outdoor ice rinks and then hang with locals at trivia nights and euchre tourneys. Here are some of our favorite winter …
How We Winter: 6 Exhilarating Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix
Go dogsledding, take a guided rafting trip, snowshoe by moonlight—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Charlevoix area. This article was …
Photos of the Month: An Ode to Fall in Northern Michigan
Farewell, October! We’re swooning over these 9 gorgeous photos shared with us on Instagram over the past month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print …
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